Vocational Learning
One selected group of pupils will follow an alternative curriculum. If selected, you will attend Sunderland College and follow a curriculum which is more focused on the world of work and the Key Skills required by employers. You will, however, still have access to at least eight GCSE courses.
This route offers the opportunity to gain vocational qualifications that are designed to enable pupils to progress into further and higher education or to pursue apprenticeship/employment opportunities. This option will encourage the development of communication, team working and problem solving skills whilst working towards industry recognised qualifications such as NVQ’s or City & Guilds in their chosen vocational area.
In Year 10 pupils will work towards a City and Guilds 7546 Certificate in Employability and Personal Development. Within this course they will follow a series of vocational taster courses such as motor vehicle studies, a range of construction trades including plastering, brickwork and joinery, catering and hair & beauty. Entry level qualifications in these areas will be gained.
In year 11 pupils will then choose one vocational area of interest and spend the year working towards a full Level 1 or Level 2 Certificate.
How will vocational courses help me after leaving school?
Employers want you to use your initiative; they need you to be able to recognise problems and come up with solutions. The vocational courses provide you with the chance to display all of your personal qualities and skills, rather than just academic achievements, to a potential employer. The awards are valued within Further and Higher Education, as well as being recognised by a wide range of employers.
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